Spray Ceramic After Clay? Yes – But Only If You Do This First
Claying your car and thinking about sealing it with a ceramic spray? Here’s how to do it right—for better shine, durability, and no streaks.
One of the most common questions I get is:
“Can I go straight from claying to ceramic spray?”
And the answer is yes—but only if you’ve properly prepped your surface. Otherwise, your coating might not bond well, and you’ll miss out on that slick, water-beading magic that ceramic is supposed to deliver.
Here’s the Right Way to Do It
- Pre-rinse and foam: Start with The Super Soaper to strip away grime and loosen contamination.
- Clay mitt or bar: Gently remove bonded contaminants with proper lubrication.
- Rinse and dry: Use a clean microfiber like the Massive Drying Towel.
- Optional but recommended: Follow with Picture Perfect Polish to level the surface and remove any micro-marring.
- Apply ceramic: Now you're ready for Tough As Shell or Gloss Boss.
Which Ceramic Product Should You Use?
- Tough As Shell – Spray-on protection that’s fast, durable, and super slick
- Gloss Boss – Wipe-on, professional-grade ceramic with long-term durability
Don’t Skip Surface Prep
Even if you’re using the best ceramic spray on the market, it won’t bond properly if the paint is still contaminated or oily. Claying is your reset button—but polishing and panel prep are your insurance policy.
Get the Perfect Finish After Clay
Prep with The Super Soaper, polish with Picture Perfect Polish, then seal the deal with Tough As Shell or Gloss Boss.
